Services
If you’re interested in exploring whether you are autistic, an ADHDer, or both (often referred to as AuDHD), you’ve come to the right place.
At Divergent Within, I offer formal diagnostic assessments for autism and ADHD, including for those who present with highly masked or internalised presentations.
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If you are interested in pursuing a formal diagnostic assessment, I recommend assessing for both autism and ADHD simultaneously, given the high co-occurrence between these neurotypes. A combined presentation of autism and ADHD can manifest quite differently than either neurotype alone (and many individuals remain undiagnosed until adulthood because they may not exhibit the ‘typical’ traits associated with either diagnosis).
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Please note: If you are seeking an ADHD assessment with the intention of pursuing medication, it is often best to go directly to a psychiatrist. Psychiatrists typically conduct their own assessments before prescribing, even if you already have a psychological report (so going straight to the psychiatrist may save you time and money!)
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However, if you’re not seeking to trial medication, or you're still unsure, a psychological assessment can offer valuable insights into how your brain works. It can deepen your self-understanding and open up a conversation about personalised strategies, supports, and accommodations to help you thrive in a way that aligns with your neurodivergent identity.
I understand that it can be helpful to speak to a professional to explore your neurotype, without necessarily committing to a comprehensive assessment. For this reason, I offer one-off exploratory sessions as a bridge between your own self-directed research and a formal assessment.
These sessions offer a non-judgmental, curious, and professional space to discuss your experiences and what you’ve noticed about how your brain works. Together, we can discuss whether a more formal assessment is right for you.
The price for this service is $250 for a one-off session.
Exploratory Session
Diagnostic Assessment w/
Comprehensive Report
This option may be right for you if you are seeking a detailed understanding of how and why you do or do not meet the diagnostic criteria for autism and/or ADHD. The comprehensive report includes relevant background details, test results, findings from diagnostic interviews, formal diagnoses (if applicable), and recommendations. This service also involves a feedback session 6-8 weeks following your assessment, where we will go through the report together, and you will have the opportunity to ask any further questions.
The price for this service varies based on the assessment:
Autism only - $2,000
ADHD only - $1,700
Combined autism and ADHD - $2,500
Diagnostic Assessment w/
Summary Letter
This service may be right for you if you are seeking a more affordable option and your primary reason for an assessment is to clarify whether you meet the diagnostic criteria for autism and/or ADHD. A diagnostic summary letter will be sent to you via email within 6 weeks following your assessment, and no feedback session is conducted.
The price for this service varies based on the assessment:
Autism only - $1,500
ADHD only - $1,250
Combined autism & ADHD - $2,000
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